Federal Judicial Service:Judge, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of WashingtonNominated by George H.W. Bush on March 21, 1991, to a seat vacated by Robert J. McNichols. Confirmed by the Senate on May 9, 1991, and received commission on May 14, 1991. Served as chief judge, 1995-2000. Assumed senior status on May 30, 2003.

Education:University of Washington, B.A., 1956University of Washington School of Law, LL.B., 1962